When you\u2019re preparing for the biggest event of the year, managing your time and planning your look is really important. With all the organising that goes into making the day perfect, you might actually forget that this is a time of celebration! Whether you\u2019re the bride-to-be or an honoured guest, here are a few tips to help you to adopt a positive attitude on your way to getting wedding party ready!<\/p>\n
Be honest about your budget<\/p>\n
Even if you\u2019re not the bride, being part of a wedding can be expensive. A new wedding dress, wedding accessories<\/a>, gifts, travel expenses \u2013 it all adds up. Before you buy your out t or even RSVP, it\u2019s a good idea to be honest about your budget and what you can afford. Don\u2019t go dress shopping \u201cjust for fun\u201d and end up falling in love with the designer gown \u2013 this goes for brides, too!<\/p>\n Write down all your to-dos<\/p>\n This one goes without saying for the bride-to-be, but don\u2019t think as a wedding guest that you don\u2019t have a lot to get sorted! From hair and nail appointments, to finding the perfect gift, wedding dress and accessories<\/a> to match, it\u2019s a great idea to make a compact to-do list so that you\u2019re not panicked at the last minute.<\/p>\n Practice those wedding picture poses<\/p>\n Hate how you look in photos? Many people become self-conscious and slouch over as soon as a camera appears. It might sound silly, but spending some time in front of the mirror practicing picture-perfect poses will give you extra confidence on the day. Holding a smile for endless pictures can actually cause you to frown, so remember to try and keep your smile natural.<\/p>\n Have your nails professionally done<\/p>\n Naturally, everyone will want to see your hands on your wedding day! Showing off your beautiful new wedding ring means that people will notice if your nails aren\u2019t up to scratch \u2013 the same goes for bridesmaids who are holding bouquets. Take time to moisturise your hands in the week running up to the main event and get a chic matching manicure to your dress or accessories.<\/p>\n Avoid crash diets<\/p>\n Adding \u2018clean\u2019 foods to your diet, like fresh veggies, as well as cutting out or limiting your consumption of processed foods, is a great way to look and feel healthier. Avoid crash dieting \u2013 it can put a stress on your body and cause your metabolism to go into starvation mode, while also adding unnecessary feelings of guilt during an already stressful time.<\/p>\n Avoid last-minute treatments (facials, Peels, etc.)<\/p>\n Waxing, facial peels and other intensive skincare treatments can cause short-term in inflammation and irritation, so doing these one or two nights before the wedding is a bad call. To give your skin some time to recover, make sure you have all your treatments done at least a week before the event. This will ensure your skin is radiant and ready in time.<\/p>\n Experiment with hairstyles<\/p>\n Everyone\u2019s hair is different and what suits one bride or bridesmaid might look disastrous on another. Check out some simple hairstyles in a magazine or online and try them out to see what suits. Don\u2019t be afraid to mix it up a bit \u2013 if you usually go straight, try some loose curls for an elegant look.<\/p>\n Wear natural-looking wedding make-up<\/p>\n Painting on too much bold makeup will make you stand out in wedding photos \u2013 and not for the right reasons. If you love a bold lip colour, balance it out with light foundation and simple eye makeup. A natural-looking glow can be achieved with a good exfoliator, primer and highlighter.<\/p>\n Get to know the rest of the wedding Party<\/p>\n Especially if you\u2019re part of the main event, spend a little time getting to know the rest of the party before the wedding. This is a great way to break the ice and you\u2019ll all feel much more comfortable dealing with any last-minute stresses together on the big day!<\/p>\n Break in new shoes<\/p>\n Wearing new shoes that haven\u2019t been broken in can mean taking them off before the night is through. If you find some new shoes that are perfect for your wedding, make sure you spend a few days walking in them around the house so that they\u2019re nice and comfortable in time for the celebrations.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" When you\u2019re preparing for the biggest event of the year, managing your time and planning your look is really important. With all the organising that goes into making the day perfect, you might actually forget that this is a time … Continue reading